January Scent Project 2021 EDP

U ££ Acquired

Gong

by John Biebel

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January Scent Project Gong is an Eau de Parfum launched in 2021, created by John Biebel. Gong opens with Bergamot and Lime, settles into a heart of Green Pepper, Blueberry, Galangal, and Violet, and dries down to a base of Musk, Leather, Amber, and Sandalwood. January Scent Project's Gong carries an Acquired verdict, a fresh-led wear.

Gong is divisive, an unapologetically weird green fragrance that people either adore for its uniqueness or despise as unwearable. This isn't a crowd-pleaser; it's a bold statement for those who dare to be different.
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Gong Eau de Parfum bottle

Scent Profile

Composition

Timeline

Showing: Overall Blend

Top, heart and base are the brand's own listing, not a timing claim - the industry classifies a note by its character as much as by how fast it fades. Each curve here is modelled from that material's own volatility, so groups can overlap when a house lists long-lasting materials in its heart.

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Performance & Mood

Performance

Longevity
Long (6-10h)
Projection
Moderate
Intensity
Strong

Mood

Mood Energising
Calming
Character Playful
Serious
Sentiment Uplifting
Brooding

When To Wear

Best Seasons

Best For:
Spring Summer

A warm-weather pick - at its best in spring and summer.

Best Occasions

Best For:
Casual

Its long-lasting nature and moderate sillage, combined with its challenging, unusual profile, make it less suitable for formal or office settings where subtlety is preferred. However, its distinctive character makes it an interesting choice for casual wear or unique date nights.

Declarable allergens

We derive these from the materials behind this fragrance's notes, not from the bottle. Each one is likely, not confirmed. The list is partial - the box can name others.

Declarable under EU Annex III

  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Bergamot Citrus Aurantium Bergamia Peel Oil from Bergamot
  • Sandalwood Santalol from Sandalwood
  • Synthetic musk Hexamethylindanopyran from Musk

The large name is the everyday one. The small name is the INCI form on the box, so you can compare the two. Reactions differ between people. A patch-test panel is not a ranking of risk. How we derive this

About

An unusual opening blast of sharp bergamot and lime is quickly overtaken by a startlingly realistic green bell pepper, mingling with the intriguing spice of galangal and the earthy crunch of daikon radish. Hints of ginger add a warm kick, while a subtle blueberry sweetness emerges, balancing the vibrant vegetal core. As it settles, a clean musk and soft amber cushion a light leather and creamy sandalwood, offering a grounding warmth to this avant-garde composition.

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